June 29, 2022
SUPREME COURT DECISION
The US Bishops released a statement following the Supreme Court ruling last Friday, calling the faithful to prayer and civil dialogue to build a “post-Roe America,” and pledging to redouble efforts to know, accompany, love and support women and couples facing unexpected or difficult pregnancies.
HOLIDAY WEEKEND
Have a safe and happy holiday weekend! We’ll see you at Mass this Sunday (regular Mass schedule), but on the 4th of July, there is only one Mass, at 9am in the church. The parish offices are closed this Friday (July 1) and Monday (July 4), and Adoration is paused from 7pm Sunday until 7am Tuesday.
PICNIC IN THE PARK
Tomorrow, June 30, the St. Laurence Young Adult Group will meet for a picnic at Oyster Creek Park from 6:00-8:30pm. Pack your own food, drinks and something to sit on. Sign up now for a chance to meet other young adults in the parish.
GOT SOME TIME?
We’ve got children who need something only you can give – your time! Sign on to help in PreK or Elementary CCE classrooms or in a small group with middle school or high school youth. You get all the training and materials you need. You’ll be glad you did!
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTER RETRAINING
If you are an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, you must be retrained and recommissioned every 3 years. Come to a training for existing Extraordinary Ministers 10-11am on Saturday, July 9. Please register by July 5.
MAKE A SPLASH
Make a Splash for the Lord at the next Family Gather Night! Bring your family to the Ave Maria Center Friday, July 22, 6:30-8:00pm, for a potluck dinner and fun activities. Main course is provided, please bring a side or dessert to share and register before July 20.
WOMEN’S RETREAT
The St. Laurence Women’s Retreat will be held right here at the Ave Maria Center the evening of September 30 and all day October 1. Register now to save a spot for this chance to pray, worship, laugh, sing, create and be restored!
MISSION UPDATE
For over 20 years, the Medical Missionaries of Divine Mercy have provided medical, dental, vision and spiritual healing to people in need. View their newsletter and consider joining the team or supporting them with a donation.
KEEP TRUCKING!
Have you got a used truck to donate or sell or know of a dealership discount? The truck that our maintenance team used on campus for years must now be replaced. Please contact Tony Oltremari if you’ve got any leads. Thank you!
TEACH THE CHILDREN
St. Laurence Catholic School is seeking a 1st grade teacher, plus substitute teachers and part-time staff for its BASC program. The Weekday Children’s Program needs part-time teachers and assistant teachers. For SLCS, contact Principal Suzanne Barto and for WCP contact Director Ben Haller.
MEN, ACT NOW
An ACTS Retreat is a chance to grow closer to God and one another on a weekend retreat, put on by parishioners for parishioners. There is one for men coming up August 18-21. Register now, space is limited.
BROS & BRISKET
Great news, guys! Bros & Brisket is back with delicious BBQ from the Knights of Columbus and a great talk by Larry Freeney. It’s Thursday, July 28, at 6:30pm, just $15 per person. Get more details and register now.
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS
For years, parishioner Arlene Rolsen generously sponsored the calendars we provide free to parishioners each year. If you’d like to take over this sponsorship, it’s available. Please contact Tony Oltremari.
LONGHORN MASS
Current and incoming UT students and their families are invited to the Longhorn Mass at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart at 6:30pm Thursday, August 4, with reception following Mass. Please RSVP by July 21.
